At least one passenger was reported to have died in a small plane crash that occurred early Thursday morning in a neighborhood of San Diego, California. The incident, which saw a Cessna 550 aircraft crash into several homes on a residential street, resulted in multiple fatalities onboard. Local authorities confirmed the distressing news during a press conference, while firefighters worked tirelessly to secure the area and manage the aftermath of the incident.
Small Plane Crashes into San Diego Homes, Resulting in Multiple Deaths
Small Plane Crashes into San Diego Homes, Resulting in Multiple Deaths
Tragedy strikes as a small aircraft crashes into a residential area, leading to chaos in Murphy Canyon.
The plane's crash left significant damage in its wake, with several houses reported to be destroyed and a number of vehicles set ablaze by the ensuing fire. Assistant Fire Chief Dan Eddy addressed the media, revealing that despite the devastating crash, residents within the vicinity escaped serious injuries. He emphasized the urgent need to ensure all homes were secure and residents were safe, stating, "Our main goal was to search all the homes and get people to safety."
Following the crash, about 100 residents were evacuated from the surrounding area as authorities launched an investigation. The Federal Aviation Administration reported that the Cessna 550 aircraft, which can carry up to ten people, was en route to Montgomery Field Airport when tragedy struck.
Witnesses recounted the harrowing moments following the crash, with one local resident, Christopher Moore, describing how he and his wife were roused from their sleep by the sound of the plane's impact, quickly ushering their children to safety as they observed flames engulfing nearby vehicles. Others remarked on the strange noises they heard before the crash, adding to the eerie atmosphere as emergency crews worked to restore order.
Local police confirmed that one individual was hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the incident, while two others received treatment and were later released. Authorities advise that the impacted area would remain cordoned off throughout the day as investigations continue. Video footage from the scene captured the stark aftereffects, with charred remains of the aircraft and vehicles lining the street, marking a somber day in the community.
Following the crash, about 100 residents were evacuated from the surrounding area as authorities launched an investigation. The Federal Aviation Administration reported that the Cessna 550 aircraft, which can carry up to ten people, was en route to Montgomery Field Airport when tragedy struck.
Witnesses recounted the harrowing moments following the crash, with one local resident, Christopher Moore, describing how he and his wife were roused from their sleep by the sound of the plane's impact, quickly ushering their children to safety as they observed flames engulfing nearby vehicles. Others remarked on the strange noises they heard before the crash, adding to the eerie atmosphere as emergency crews worked to restore order.
Local police confirmed that one individual was hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the incident, while two others received treatment and were later released. Authorities advise that the impacted area would remain cordoned off throughout the day as investigations continue. Video footage from the scene captured the stark aftereffects, with charred remains of the aircraft and vehicles lining the street, marking a somber day in the community.
